1997 Lexus LS vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1997 Lexus LS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LS. (280 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LS weights approximately 65 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus LS. (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lexus LS | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Lexus | Pontiac |
Model | LS | Firebird |
Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 106.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |